We're going to go on record as saying that it's just plain wrong that something as important to childhood as arts and crafts supplies can — and do! — contain a whole host of unsafe-for-kids chemicals. This is why it is crucial to know how to navigate finger paints, crayons, markers, and more with health at the forefront of all purchasing decisions.

Since most of us don't know where to begin this research, we have created a new infographic. Use it as a map. And then tie on a smock and let the kids splatter, doodle, and craft to their little hearts' content.